"catapult" 怎么发音

word

US

KAT-uh-puhlt

UK

KAT-uh-pult

释义

A catapult is a device used to throw objects, such as stones, a long distance by using tension or a sudden release of energy. It can also be used figuratively to mean launching someone or something into a new situation quickly.

IPA 音标

美式英语

ˈkætəˌpəɫt

英式英语

kˈætɐpˌʌlt

简化发音

美式

KAT-uh-puhlt

英式

KAT-uh-pult

语境中听

The soldiers used a catapult to throw stones at the enemy.

Tom built a small catapult for his science project.

A catapult can send objects flying a great distance.

Winning that award really catapulted her career.